Y1DA--PROJECT # 528-22-125 CO2 Gas Ventilation BUFFALO VAMC
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Network Contracting Office 02, has issued a presolicitation notice for Project # 528-22-125: CO2 Gas Ventilation at the Buffalo, NY VA Medical Center. This project aims to improve CO2 and mixed-gas distribution to the facility's Microbiology and Blood Bank departments. The procurement is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside.
Scope of Work
The selected contractor will provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision to ensure continuous, uninterrupted gas service. Key tasks include:
- Construction: Creating a new ~40 sq. ft. gas room by partitioning an existing IT room, including new ceilings, LED lighting, and sprinklers.
- Systems Installation: Installing an automatic medical gas manifold system, LCD gas alarm systems, and new pipelines/outlets for incubators.
- Ventilation & Power: Installing a dedicated RTU exhaust fan for negative pressure; the entire gas system and RTU must be integrated into emergency power.
- Demolition: Removing the existing gas room control systems and associated components.
- Compliance: All work must adhere to NFPA 55 and applicable building codes.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Invitation for Bid (IFB) / Construction
- Estimated Magnitude: Between $250,000 and $500,000
- Set-Aside: 100% SDVOSB
- Solicitation Release: Anticipated on or about February 16, 2026
- Award Date: Anticipated February 2026
- NAICS Code: 562910 (Remediation Services)
Evaluation & Submission
Once the solicitation is released, bids will be accepted electronically only. Offerors will be required to provide bid bonding. Evaluation details and site visit schedules will be provided in the formal solicitation package.
Additional Notes
No asbestos abatement is anticipated for this project. All inquiries should be directed via email to the Contracting Officer, Idalia Algarin (Idalia.Algarin@va.gov).